1. Timing
Let’s move on and talk about being on time for appointments.
Is being late acceptable in your culture? (Why/why not)?
Are you ever late for appointments? (Why/why not)?
What type of excuses do you think are alright for lateness?
How do you feel when someone is late for an appointment with you?
2. Neighbours
Let’s change the topic and talk about your neighbours
Do you know the people who live next door to you?
How often do you see each other?
What kind of relationship do you have?
How can neighbours be helpful?
What kind of problems can people have with their neighbours in a big city?
3. Dreams
I’d now like to discuss your night time dreams with you.
Do you dream much at night?
Do you often remember your dreams?
Do you think we can learn anything from dreams? (Why)?
Do people in your country talk about their dreams? (Why)?
Do you think that dreams can come true?
4. Magazines and Newspapers
Okay, let’s move to a different topic and discuss magazines and newspapers.
Which do you prefer reading, newspapers or magazines? (Why)?
What type of stories do you like to read about? (Why)?
Do you think reading a magazine or a newspaper can help you learn a language? (Why)?
Why do you think some people prefer magazines to newspapers?
5. Humour
Let’s change the topic and talk about comedy and humour.
What type of programmes do you find funny on TV?
Which types of programmes are most popular in your country? (Why)?
What kind of things make you laugh? (Why)?
Do you like to make people laugh? (How)?
Do you think it is important to have a sense of humour? (Why)?
